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Kimball vs Ken

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ken

Boy #3,299 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"handsome, born of fire"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,299
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kimball Rank #6,245
Ken Rank #3,299

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 vs #6245 for Kimball.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kimball or Ken more popular?

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 compared to Kimball at #6245 in the United States.

What do Kimball and Ken mean?

Kimball means "bold warrior, warrior chief" (Old English/Welsh origin). Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kimball and Ken boy or girl names?

Kimball is primarily a boy name. Ken is primarily a boy name.

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